Lara of the North Historical Fiction Book

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Lara of the North is thrust alone into an unexpected three-year journey. A murder, a marriage, and a deadly disease take her from rugged Iceland to the rocky, windswept Faroe Islands, and on to Norway where she connects with long-lost family.

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About Lara of the North by Author Amy Henrickson

Amy Henrickson’s most recent historical fiction book, Lara of the North, is set in Iceland, the Faroe Islands, and Norway between the years of 1705 – 1708. With chapters that end in cliff-hangers, this book compels the reader as fifteen-year-old Lara labors alongside her family on a farm and has an unexpected journey. When Lara and some friends travel to Iceland’s Parliamentary Althing in the summer of 1705, she is thrust alone into a three-year journey. A murder, a marriage, and a deadly disease take her from rugged Iceland to the rocky, windswept Faroe Islands, and on to Norway where she connects with long-lost family.

“Lara of the North is a powerful tale with incredible settings and historical context. The author is a skilled storyteller as well as a great researcher. Readers are given an insight into life in 18th century Iceland and Scandinavia. Although the story starts a little slow, it does get cooking fast thereafter, and we’re drawn to the main character immediately and she holds our sympathy throughout. Readers will be particularly fond of Lara because of her youth, the hardships and trauma she endures so early on and the way she preservers. This is a great adventure, full of love, friendship and loyalty, emphasizing the strength and endurance of Lara and those around her, in the midst of brutality, personal tragedy, horrific illness and hardship. I enjoyed the beautifully descriptive language, such as this sentence on page 86: “All shapes and sizes of gray, brown, red, green, blue and white frocks and tunics approached…” The cover and title are good and I love the landscape and the font. This was a very educational, unusual and enjoyable read.” ~ Judge for Writer’s Digest Self-Published Books

About the Author:

Author Amy Henrickson

Author Amy Henrickson aka Ms. Hen

Amy Henrickson lives among the Dutch, but embraces her Norwegian ancestry. Her husband, Wally, and her cat, Willa Cather live with her in West Michigan where she participates in writing groups, retreats, and conferences, including the Frederick Buechner conference held at Princeton University, and writing courses at the Iowa Writing Festival in Iowa City. Her best-selling book, written under the pen name of Ms.Hen is titled, “Let’s Explore Mackinac Island.” Her background in education, non-profit organizations, and love of travel have enriched her writing.

  • Paperback
  • 248 Pages
  • 5.83 x 0.56 x 8.27 inches
  • Published 4/23/2019
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I absolutely loved this book. I read it in one and a half days and lost a lot of sleep, simply because I could not put the book down. It was well worth it. The author has created characters that last in your mind long after the last page. I cannot stop thinking about them, especially Dena, even though I finished the book 2 weeks ago. The author is that good in making her characters seem real. ~Betsey

Normally I don’t read suspense novels. I decided to take a chance on “Whistle in the Dark”, and I was not sorry. Once I started reading, I was hooked. It had everything, romance, mystery and suspense. It keeps you guessing throughout the story. Who is after Dena? Will Nick and Dena end up together? What happened to Dena’s deceased husband? Dena and Nick are so likeable that you don’t want the story to end. Months after finishing the book, I honestly could not stop thinking about them. I cannot wait for the next novel. ~H. Johnson

This book took me to the end with continual surprises and suspicions. COULD NOT Put IT Down!!! It has a good romance to go with it as well. You’re gonna love Nick! His character is not just beautiful looking – but has a good soul as well. ~mlkulee

LOVED this book!!!! From the beginning to the end it was filled with suspense, intrigue and mystery. (I think I’m in love with Nick) I did not want it to end. Lisa Caretti has a way of making you feel as though you are right there with the characters. I am anxious to read her next book. ~Tanya Nieschulz

Suspense, love and mystery-these are a few of my favorite things and this book has all that and more. Very enjoyable story that I didn’t want to end. I hope we will see more by this author…and soon! ~k.c. quinn

This is a very well-written book and an impressive debut novel. Lisa Caretti’s characters are interestiing and well developed, and she has a gift for creating believeable dialogue. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and I look forward to her next one. ~Sherrill

I absolutely loved this book! I didn’t want to put the book down. Every few pages there seemed to be another turn in the story to keep you intrigued. Right from the beginning of the book all the way to the end it kept my interest. I would highly recommend this book to anyone. I can’t wait for her next book to come out. ~C

Loved “Whistle in the Dark” by Lisa Caretti – this book kept my interest from beginning to end and I’m already eagerly anticipating another wonderful novel from this new author!! ~Evelyn Hansenon